Strong's Lexicon taaniyyah: Response, Answer Original Word: תַּאֲנִיָּה Word Origin: Derived from the root עָנָה (anah), which means "to answer" or "to respond." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar contexts is ἀπόκρισις (apokrisis), which also means "answer" or "response." Usage: The term "taaniyyah" is used to denote a response or an answer, often in the context of a reply to a question or a statement. It can imply a thoughtful or considered response, reflecting the speaker's engagement with the subject matter. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, communication and dialogue were central to community life and religious practice. Responses were not merely verbal exchanges but were often seen as reflections of one's wisdom, understanding, and relationship with God. The act of responding appropriately was valued, as it demonstrated respect and attentiveness to the speaker. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom anah Definition mourning NASB Translation lamenting (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance occasion From 'anah; lamentation -- heaviness, mourning. see HEBREW 'anah Forms and Transliterations תַּאֲנִיָּ֖ה תַֽאֲנִיָּה֙ תאניה ta’ănîyāh ṯa’ănîyāh ta·’ă·nî·yāh ṯa·’ă·nî·yāh taaniYahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 29:2 HEB: לַֽאֲרִיאֵ֑ל וְהָיְתָ֤ה תַֽאֲנִיָּה֙ וַֽאֲנִיָּ֔ה וְהָ֥יְתָה NAS: to Ariel, And she will be [a city of] lamenting and mourning; KJV: Ariel, and there shall be heaviness and sorrow: INT: to Ariel become lamenting and mourning become Lamentations 2:5 2 Occurrences |